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User’s Manual
TECRA A10
TECRA S10
TECRA M10
Satellite Pro S300
computers.toshiba-europe.com
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 Table of Contents Preface General Precautions Chapter 1 Getting Started Equipment checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3 Restarting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12 Chapter 2 The Grand Tour Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22 Media care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28 Sound System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29 Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31 Wireless communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 Appendix D Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2 Regulatory statements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2 Using Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA equipment in Japan . . . . D-4 Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors Certification agencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1 Appendix F TOSHIB
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 Copyright © 2008 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. TOSHIBA TECRA A10/S10/M10/Satellite Pro S300 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual First edition June 2008 Copyright authority for music, movies, computer programs, databases and ot
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 xD-Picture Card is a trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation. Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual. EU Declaration of Conformity This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European Directives. Responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The complete and official EU Declaration of Conformity can be found on TOSHIBA’s web site http://epps.toshiba
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 Modem warning notice This information is applicable to the models equipped with a built-in modem. Conformity Statement The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR21”] for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful opera
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 Following information is only for EU-member States Disposal of products The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that products must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste. Integrated batteries and accumulators can be disposed of with the product. They will be separated at the recycling centres. The black bar indicates that the product was placed on the market after August 13, 2005. By participating in separate collection of
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 Disposing of the computer and the computer’s batteries ■ Discard this computer in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. For further information, contact your local government. ■ This computer contains rechargeable batteries. After repeated use, the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them. Under certain applicable laws and regulation, it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing the
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 Optical disc drive standards TOSHIBA TECRA A10/S10/M10/Satellite Pro S300 computer is shipped with one of the following drives preinstalled: DVD Super Multi (+-R DL), DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW or DVD-ROM. ■ The drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. ■ Use of controls, adjustme
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 Important notice Copyrighted works including, but not limited to music, video, computer program, databases are protected by copyright laws. Unless specifically permitted under applicable copyright laws, you cannot copy, modify, assign, transmit or otherwise dispose of any copyrighted work with the consent of the owner of the copyright. Please take notice that unauthorized copying, modification, assignment, transmission and disposition may be subject to c
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TECRA A10/S10/M10/Satellite Pro S300 series computer. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, includes multimedia functionality, and is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance computing. This manual tells how to set up and begin using your TECRA A10/S10/ M10/Satellite Pro S300 series computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer,
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 Icons Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on. Keys The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard. For example, ENTER identifies the ENTER key. Key operation Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys.
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 Terminology This term is defined in this document as follows: Start The word “Start” refers to the “ ” button in ® ® Microsoft Windows Vista . HDD or Hard disk Some models are equipped with a “Solid State drive Drive (SSD)” instead of a hard disk drive. In this manual, the word “HDD” or “Hard disk drive” also refers to the SSD unless otherwise stated. xiv User’s Manual
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual. Provide adequate ventilation ■ Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilati
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area from: ■ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ■ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ■ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ■ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ■ Liquids and corrosive chem
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 PC Card overheating Some PC Cards can become hot during prolonged use which may result in errors or instability in the operation of the device in question. In addition, you should also be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long time. Mobile phones Please be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system. The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way, but it is recommended that a minimum dist
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and basic information to start using your computer. Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not pre-installed by TOSHIBA. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer, taking care to save the box and packaging materials for future use. Hardware Check to make sure you have all the following items: ■ TECRA A10/S
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TECRA A10/S10/M10/SatellitePro S300 Software ® The following Windows operating system and utility software are pre- installed. ® ■ Microsoft Windows Vista™ ■ TOSHIBA Value Added Package ■ TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator ■ TOSHIBA DVD Player ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility ■ TOSHIBA Assist ■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree™ ■ TOSHIBA HDD Protection ■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator ■ TOSHIBA Face Recognition* ■ TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor* ■ TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility ■ Bluetooth Sta
